1956 BMW 503 vs. 1993 Lexus GS
To start off, 1993 Lexus GS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 503 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lexus GS (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1956 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lexus GS weights approximately 220 kg more than 1956 BMW 503. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Lexus GS (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 503. 1993 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1956 BMW 503 has manual transmission. 1956 BMW 503 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 503 | 1993 Lexus GS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 503 | GS |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
